CLXXVIII. Seeking first the Kingdom of GOD, &c.

NOW let a true Ambition rise,
And Ardour fire our Breast,
To reign in Worlds above the Skies
In heav'nly Glories drest.

Behold Jehovah's royal Hand
A radiant Crown display,
Whose Gems with vivid Lustre shine,
While Stars and Suns decay.

Away each grov'ling anxious Care
Beneath a Christian's Thought!
I spring to seize immortal Joys,
Which my Redeemer bought.

Ye Hearts with youthful Vigour warm,
The glorious Prize persue;
Nor shall ye want the Goods of Earth,
While Heav'n is kept in View.